DRUJ/TFCC Injuries and Treatment-TFCC

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses open TFCC (triangular fibrocartilage complex) repair for associated distal radial inner joint instability. The speaker explains that open TFCC repair is primarily used when a patient has a TFCC tear and associated DRUJ (distal radioulnar joint) instability. The procedure involves making a longitudinal incision at the dorsal portion of the wrist, opening the fifth dorsal extensor compartment, and retracting the extensor digiti quinti. Capsulotomies are performed for the DRUJ and ulnar corporal joint, and the TFCC is inspected and debrided. Bony tunnels are created from the dorsal ulna to the fovea, and sutures are passed through the TFCC and tied. The patient is then placed in a splint for four to six weeks. The video also includes footage of an actual procedure, showing the incision, identification of anatomical structures, capsulotomy, suturing, and final outcome. The summary concludes by giving thanks to the speakers and mentioning that the patient's range of motion improved after the surgery.

Keywords

open TFCC repair

triangular fibrocartilage complex

DRUJ instability

wrist surgery

capsulotomy